Howard Shore’s Oscar-winning music for The Lord of the Rings comes to Wexford for one night only, as the Mystery Ensemble performs the score live at St. Iberius Church on Friday 12 June 2026. Tickets are €35. Doors open at 20:30 for a 21:00 start, and the concert runs around 60 minutes.
Key facts
- Concert: The Music of The Lord of The Rings – Tribute to Howard Shore
- Performed by: Mystery Ensemble
- Venue: St. Iberius Church, North Main Street, Wexford
- Date: Friday 12 June 2026
- Time: 21:00 (doors open 20:30)
- Running time: 60 minutes
- Seating: Unreserved
- Age guidance: 6+
- Tickets: €35.00 (plus €2.50 booking fee per ticket)
- Presented by: Red Events & Distribution Ltd.
About the concert
The Mystery Ensemble brings Howard Shore’s iconic soundtrack to life in a concert designed to transport the audience into the heart of Tolkien’s universe — the world of elves, hobbits and dwarves that shaped Peter Jackson’s films. Shore, a three-time Academy Award winner, wrote some of the most emotionally charged film music of the era, and the ensemble performs it in its own arrangements for an intimate, atmospheric setting.
The advertised programme draws from across the trilogy and includes The Fellowship of the Ring, The Shire, Gollum, The Mirror of Galadriel, The Houses of Healing, May It Be and The Road Goes Ever On. The programme is subject to change.
The performers
Mystery Ensemble is a group of professional musicians who perform unique programmes in non-standard venues. Founded in 2021 by Almin Alexander, the project has built a wide repertoire spanning film and TV soundtracks, neoclassical works and tribute concerts, all presented in the ensemble’s own arrangements. For this evening the focus is squarely on Middle-earth.
About the venue
The concert takes place at St. Iberius Church on North Main Street, in the centre of Wexford town (Eircode Y35 R3WN). The 18th-century Church of Ireland building is well known locally for its acoustics, and the ensemble leans into the character of the space itself: the connection between the musicians, the surrounding architecture and the lighting is part of the atmosphere the performance is built around.
What to expect
Doors open at 20:30 for a 21:00 start, and the performance lasts about 60 minutes. Seating is unreserved. Late entry may not be permitted, so it is worth arriving in good time; original seats cannot be guaranteed once the concert has begun. The age guidance is 6+.
Frequently asked questions
When and where is the concert?
Friday 12 June 2026 at 21:00 (doors 20:30), at St. Iberius Church, North Main Street, Wexford.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are €35.00 each, plus a €2.50 booking fee — €37.50 in total per ticket. Each ticket admits one person.
How long does the concert last?
Around 60 minutes. Late entry may not be permitted, so arrive before the doors close.
Is it suitable for children?
The age guidance for this concert is 6+.
Who is performing?
The Mystery Ensemble, performing Howard Shore’s music from The Lord of the Rings.
Tickets and how to book
Tickets are €35.00 each plus a €2.50 booking fee (€37.50 in total), with one admission per ticket. Book online via the St. Iberius Church booking page.
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